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Veteran Bollywood Actor-Singer Sulakshana Pandit Passes Away at 71: A Legacy in Indian Cinema
Nov 07, 2025 05:33 am CST
Acclaimed Bollywood performer Sulakshana Pandit, known for her dual career as an actor and playback singer, has died at 71 due to cardiac arrest. The niece of Pandit Jasraj enjoyed a successful career spanning multiple films with top stars and contributed several hit songs to Indian cinema. Her passing marks the end of an era in Bollywood's musical and cinematic history.
Manipur Journalists' Union Threatens Legal Action Against PUCL Over Defamatory Ethnic Conflict Report
Nov 07, 2025 04:14 am CST
The All Manipur Working Journalists Union (AMWJU) has issued a legal notice to the People's Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL) demanding withdrawal of their report on the Meitei-Kuki ethnic conflict, citing defamatory allegations. AMWJU contests claims of media bias and threatens civil and criminal proceedings if PUCL fails to respond within 30 days. The controversial report had recommended Supreme Court-supervised investigations into Manipur's ethnic violence and alleged state complicity.
MK Stalin Issues Electoral Ultimatum to DMK Officials in BJP Stronghold Tirunelveli
Nov 07, 2025 03:25 am CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has delivered a stern warning to DMK party officials in Tirunelveli, demanding electoral victory in BJP President Nainar Nagendran's home constituency or face removal from their positions. The directive came during a closed-door meeting attended by MP Kanimozhi, where Stalin also raised concerns about voter registration irregularities in the upcoming elections.
Laborer's Leg Severed in Robbery: Police Negligence Leaves Limb Behind for 12 Hours
Nov 07, 2025 03:04 am CST
A shocking incident in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh reveals disturbing police negligence where a laborer's leg was severed during a robbery, and despite his pleas, Government Railway Police left his limb behind. The 12-hour delay in retrieving the severed leg eliminated any possibility of reattachment surgery, while officials deny the robbery occurred yet offer no explanation for abandoning the limb.
Bihar Deputy CM Confronts RJD Over Election Day Violence and Voter Intimidation
Nov 07, 2025 03:00 am CST
Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha details confrontations with RJD leaders during Phase 1 elections, alleging voter intimidation and police inaction amid violent incidents at polling stations in Lakhisarai, while reaffirming his commitment to take strong action against criminal elements disrupting the democratic process.
Former BJP MP Rakesh Sinha Refutes Double Voting Allegations in Bihar-Delhi Election Controversy
Nov 07, 2025 02:47 am CST
Former BJP MP Rakesh Sinha defends himself against opposition allegations of voting in both Delhi and Bihar elections, explaining his voter registration was properly transferred following legal procedures. The controversy emerges amid Bihar's record 65% voter turnout in phase one of assembly elections, with opposition parties claiming "vote theft" by BJP leaders.
Manipur BJP MLA Urges Fresh Elections If Centre Fails To Form Government By November
Nov 07, 2025 02:41 am CST
Manipur BJP MLA L Rameshwor Meetei has called for fresh elections if the central government fails to form a state government by November. He warned that BJP's position in Manipur might weaken without timely government formation and revealed that like-minded BJP legislators support Speaker Thokchom Satyabrata to lead the new government.
Former Sabarimala Official Arrested in Major Temple Gold Theft Investigation: Fourth Arrest Reveals New Developments
Nov 07, 2025 02:32 am CST
The Special Investigation Team has arrested KS Byju, former custodian of Sabarimala temple's gold plates, in connection with the 2019 gold plating theft case. As the fourth arrest in this investigation, Byju's absence during the critical transfer of gold to Chennai raises significant questions about official negligence and procedural safeguards in handling sacred temple assets.
Missing Delhi Student Found Safe at Nanak Piao Gurdwara After Skipping School Over Poor Grades
Nov 07, 2025 02:31 am CST
A 14-year-old Class 10 student from Delhi who disappeared from school due to academic concerns was safely found at Nanak Piao Gurdwara. After extensive CCTV investigation, police located the boy who had sought shelter and food at the religious site, eventually reuniting him with his relieved family.
Tragic Suicide in Bengal: Man Takes Life Over Voter List Exclusion Fears During SIR Process
Nov 07, 2025 02:22 am CST
A 52-year-old man from West Bengal's Murshidabad district was found dead by suicide, with family attributing his actions to severe anxiety over potential exclusion from the voters' list during the Special Intensive Revision process. This case highlights growing concerns about the psychological impact of the first electoral roll revision in the state in 23 years.